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He was here earlier, wasn’t he?
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He was here earlier, wasn’t he?
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How to use in different contexts
Confirming Information
He was here earlier, wasn't he? I saw his car.
Expressing Surprise
He was here earlier, wasn't he? I thought he was out of town.
Seeking Confirmation
I believe he was here earlier, wasn't he?
Casual Conversation
Oh, he was here earlier, wasn't he? We missed him.
Rephrased versions
Formal
He was present earlier, was he not?
Casual
He was around earlier, right?
Simpler English
He was here before, yes?
Phrases to learn
wasn't he?
A tag question confirming a negative statement.
earlier
Before the present time.